Did you, or someone you know, have a copy of ‘Gaodhal’s Vision’ when it came out in 1977? Still got it now? We’d love to know where those albums went – and if they are still around! So we’re calling out to all members of Joe O’Donnell’s ‘Vinyl Vanguard’ to let us know. Just post a picture of yourself with the album sleeve on our...
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After playing the main stage at Godiva Festival 2017 Joe O’Donnell talks to the BBC about starting out, jamming with Thin Lizzie, developing the electric violin and more. http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0589psx
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Hot news! Godiva Festival announces Joe O’Donnell’s Shkayla for main stage! Shkayla happily confirm their invitation to play the main stage at the Godiva Festival on Sunday 9th July (1.55 – 2.20pm). Joe O’Donnell says “After years of us knocking at the Council’s door, someone has finally opened it. I’m really pleased it’s this year, because in the...
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Shkayla is going to Cork Folk Festival to perform Gaodhal’s Vision on October 1st 2017. Details are still under discussion. Joe O’Donnell is also due to appear at the Rory Gallagher Library in Cork to talk about his experience of working with Rory. Watch this space!
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The new single version of ‘Storytellers’ featuring Rory Gallagher is out now! Joe and Rory recorded it shortly after completing ‘Gaodhal’s Vision’ as a trail for the album, although it was never released. The driving track is brightly remixed and features Joe and Rory in sparkling exchanges at the top of their form. Download it here or from iTunes and other...
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We are getting very excited about all the work in progress on ‘Gaodhal’s Vision – From Egypt to Éire’! It’s coming to The Belgrade Theatre B2, Coventry on March 31st and April 1st, before the release of a Special Edition of the remixed album (plus other goodies) around the end of April. The band is of course rehearsing every week, and our wonderful dancers Sabrina,...
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Shkayla’s unique offering this Xmas is on sale now! ‘Noel Nouvelet’ combines two traditional carols (English and French) with contemporary beats and Asian vocal inflections. It strikingly reflects both Joe O’Donnell’s lifetime musical journey and the multicultural vibrancy of Coventry, the City that has been his home for the last 20 years. Floor-filler / stocking...
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Respected music journalist Pete Clemons picks his highlights from this year’s Godiva Festival, including Joe O’Donnell’s Shkayla. ‘Overdue a shot on the main stage’ was his verdict! See more here
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